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Celebrating the World's Game from an American Perspective.

Tune in every week to America’s fastest growing soccer podcast hosted by comedian and ex-pro Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego as they celebrate the World’s Game from an American Perspective. The boys at OTB delve into everything soccer from the latest action in the Premier League to the surging growth of the MLS, from the hysteria leading up to the 2024 World Cup to excitement, controversy and news coming from the USMNT and USWNT. OTB’s expert hosts analyze the latest news, controversies, sensational plays, and standout moments of the week. With their immense knowledge and unwavering passion, these two soccer players turned obsessive fans leave no topic untouched. Step onto the pitch weekly with OTB and experience the world’s game like never before.

Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

September 30, 2024

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Jeff Agoos

#268 – Five-time MLS champion and veteran of 134 USMNT appearances, legendary defender, Jeff Agoos, shares insights from his storied career and the emotional impact of not making the 1994 World Cup team.

In this episode of OTB, hosts Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego sit down with U.S. soccer legend Jeff Agoos. A five-time MLS champion and veteran of 134 national team appearances, Agoos shares insights from his storied career, from playing in the World Cup to his experiences in Major League Soccer’s early days. Jeff shares stories from his extensive career in Major League Soccer, discussing his transition from a competitive player to a key executive role. Jeff also opens up about his personal experiences, including the emotional impact of not making the 1994 World Cup team and his aspirations for the future of soccer in North America. The Boys at OTB also dig into the latest in soccer news including Christian Pulisic’s recent performance with AC Milan, the upcoming challenges for new USMNT coach Pochettino, and the implications of American ownership in the Premier League. It’s a must-listen for any soccer fan looking for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the game’s most respected defenders!

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Kevin Flynn

Kevin Flynn is a stand-up comedian, actor, television host, and Founder/Executive Director of the Nantucket Comedy Festival, which benefits Stand Up and Learn, a comedy education program that teaches kids confidence, creativity, and communication skills through the medium of stand-up comedy.

After graduating from the University of Massachusetts where he was captain of the soccer team, Kevin went on to play three years of professional soccer in the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL). Following his soccer career, Kevin transitioned from pro-athlete to professional sportscaster, host and entertainer. He covered World Cup Soccer for Fox Sports, ESPN and ABC. Flynn’s Sports Figure show on ESPN received the POLK Award for excellence in children’s programming.

Dave Gallego

Dave, like all of us is a huge sports fan hailing from Long Island, NY. Being the son of two European parents, father from Spain, mother from England , it would’ve been “illegal” in his household to not play soccer. As such, he developed a keen interest in the sport. He brings a sometimes brash and opinionated style of commentary to the podcast not always being so politically correct. When not watching soccer, Dave works in sales at NBC Universal. He also keeps busy playing music. He is active in two bands, Jerry and the Newcomers and classic rock band The Haze.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

December 6, 2023

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Kevin Flynn and co-host Dave Gallego

Welcome to Over the Ball! This week, Dave Gallego debuts as comedian and ex-pro player Kevin Flynn’s new co-host as they dig into the latest news and events in world football from an American Perspective. OTB explores some of the most interesting developments in soccer this weekend, including the upcoming MLS CUP and how Columbus made it there, an update on Bob Bradley’s stint as head coach of Norway’s Stabaek, and a look at NCAA Mens Div 1 Final 4 tournaments taking place Friday at Louisville Kentucky.

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December 18, 2022

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Bob Ley, Kevin Flynn, and Chris Chamides

Best World Cup ever as Mbappe hat trick is not enough to stop Lionel Messi and Argentina as they win on PKs. Argentina gets their third World Cup Title and with that and cements Messi as the GOAT. Lionel Messi now shares Argentinian World Cup Hero status with Mario Kempes and Diego Maradona. More importantly, solidifies his superiority over Ronaldo at the GOAT. Kevin, Bob, and Chris all share their feelings about the game while tipping their hat to France for one of the greatest comebacks in history with their ability to drive the game to a shootout. This and much more of this week’s edition of OTB.

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December 12, 2022

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Bob Ley, Grayle Howlett, Kevin Flynn, and Chris Chamides

Bob Ley and Grayle Howlett Join Kevin and Chris to Pay Tribute to Journalist Grant Wahl – Celebrating the Man, His Heart, His Passion, and His Impact on the World of Soccer.

Early Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022 soccer journalist Grant Wahl died suddenly while covering the World Cup match between Argentina and the Netherlands. Wahl, one of the most well-known and respected soccer writers in the United States, was loved throughout the soccer world and beyond. Well-known and celebrated for his heart, passion, integrity, and incredible knowledge of the game, Grant’s passing shocked the world and the soccer community. Kevin and Chris are joined by legendary sportscaster Bob Ley, and close friend and colleague Grayle Howlett to pay tribute to the man, his incredible heart, his sterling reputation, his immense passion, and his impact on the soccer world.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

December 8, 2022

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Kevin Flynn and Chris Chamides

Assessing the Aftermath of the USMNT’s Loss

We’re down to the Final 8 (Croatia v. Brazil : Netherlands v. Argentina : Morocco v. Portugal : England v. France) and Kevin and Chris assess the fallout from the US Men’s loss, discuss the future of the team and Berhalter, share their picks for the final rounds, and share their choice for where they would send their child to learn the game of futbal.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

December 3, 2022

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Dominic Kinnear Joins Kevin Flynn

USMNT Go Down With a Fight. Dominic Kinnear Joins Kevin To Discuss The Good, The Bad, And The Heartbreak.

US puts together an aggressive, fast-paced attack but misses several opportunities to put the ball in the back of the net, while the Dutch’s discipline and precision take advantage of US backline defense failures. We finally see Reyna and perhaps a glimpse of the future.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 30, 2022

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USA Moves On To The Knockout Round. With Christian Pulisic’s self-sacrificing goal, USMNT Beats Iran 1-0 and is Scheduled To Play The Netherlands on Saturday 9 am EST.

In what can only be described as a gutsy and passionate performance by Team USA, the USMNT moves on to the Knockout Round where they will play the Dutch on Saturday at 9 am EST. Kevin and Chris break down the game, opine about Berhalter’s changes to the starting line-up, analyze his 75th-minute substitution decisions, critique Haji Wright’s intensity level, and continue to wonder…”where in the world is Gio Reyna?” England advances with a 3-0 win over Wales. Netherlands advances with a 2-0 win over Qatar, and Senegal beats Ecuador 2-1. That and more celebration on this week’s episode of OTB.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 28, 2022

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Anticipation Grows For Must-Win Matchup Between US and Iran. Iran Attacks US Soccer Over Flag Issue. Iranian Press Lambasts Tyler Adams Over Mispronunciation of “Iran” and Brings BLM Riots Into A Bizarre Press Conference. Portugal and Brazil Advance To Knockout Round.

US Soccer provides additional motivation for Iran by altering the Iranian flag on social media. Tyler Adams handles a truly bizarre press conference like a seasoned pro against the Iranian press. Fernandez scores 2 against Uruguay to Advance Portugal. Brazil advances with a 1-0 win over Switzerland. Cameroon stays alive with a 3-3 tie with Serbia. Ghana and South Korea battle back and forth in a 3-2 win for Ghana. Canadian Coach John Herdman disses Croatia after they knock Canada out.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 27, 2022

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Do or Die. USMNT Must Win Tuesday. Spain & German Draw. Ticos Top Japan. Croatia Eliminates Canada. Morocco Beats Belgium. Argentina 2-0 Over Mexico.

Playing for the Knockout Round: USMNT must win off Tuesday against Iran amidst controversy. Berhalter under pressure to change line-up. World Cup Parity continues as Spain & German Draw. Ticos Beat Japan 1-0. Croatia Eliminates Canada 4-1. Morocco Tops Belgium 2-0, Argentina 2-0 Over Mexico. FIFA’s Juergen Klinsmann and US Soccer stir up controversy in Iran. Kevin lambasts UK news for not standing behind Team England after loss to US. This and more World Cup highlights on this week’s OTB.

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Kevin Flynn and Chris Chamides

Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 25, 2022

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Dominic Kinnear, Kevin Flynn and Chris Chamides

Former USMNT player and FC Cincinnati Assistant Coach, Dominic Kinnear, joins Kevin and Chris to Evaluate US’ tie against England

England wasn’t its sharpest and the US played inspired soccer. With passionate play from US Captain Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie and Yunus Musah the US kept England off balance but missed a couple of huge opportunities including one off the crossbar by Christian Pulisic. Controversy still surrounds the lack of minutes for Brenden Aaronson and Gio Reyna. Begs the question, even when the team is playing this well, shouldn’t we have our absolute best squad on the field? The boys need goals…period. Sets up a huge do-or-die game on Tuesday against Iran, who beat Wales 2-0.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 23, 2022

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CONCACAF winless. Parity Continues. Japan Shocks Germany. Spain Trounces Costa Rica. Morocco v Croatia is a draw. Canada Looked Great Even With their Loss to Belgium.

Kevin and Chris take a look at the day’s action, as the CONCACAF teams remain winless. The boys were impressed by Japan’s play as they shock Germany with their 2-1 win. Even more so by Canada in their loss to Belgium. They fell asleep during the Spain 7-0 trouncing of Costa Rica. Think the 12 million estimated viewership across Univision, Fox, and Peacock is likely understated. And Kevin vehemently disagrees with Soccer America’s Mike Woitalla’s assessment of Zimmerman in the USMNT game against Wales. That and more on OTB.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 22, 2022

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Chris and Kevin discuss today’s (and last night’s action) including Argentina’s HUGE loss to Saudi Arabia has the Saudi’s declaring the day a national holiday. England comes out of the gate strong against Iran. France appears utterly dominant in their 4-2 win over Australia. Lewandowski’s PK miss hands Poland and a flopping Mexico team a tie. USMNT faces criticism over Berhalter’s mind-blowing decision not to start Reyna. Cristiano Ronaldo is leaving Manchester United by mutual consent. Qatar bans drinking and cracks down on players and fans wearing rainbow flags and armbands. That and more on this special World Cup Edition of OTB.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 21, 2022

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World Cup Edition of OTB: USA-Wales ends in 1-1 draw. Was it a Qatarstrophe?

A Tale of Two Halves. USMNT marked their return to the World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Wales. Tim Weah puts one in the back of the net in the first half. But Gareth Bale’s penalty kick late in the second half resulted in the two teams splitting points. It’s a draw. Christian Pulisic had a great first half, but Team Wales came out more aggressive and put Gregg Berhalter’s team on the ropes and Walker Zimmerman’s foul on Bale proved costly. Big saves from Matt Turner and outstanding play from Tyler Adams topped the highlights of the second half. Join Chris and Kevin as they break it all down.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 20, 2022

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Mike Woitalla Joins Kevin Flynn and Chris Chamides

Mike Woitalla Join Kevin Flynn and Chris Chamides to Announce Daily OTB World Cup Podcast Series

Soccer America’s Senior Editor Mike Woitalla joins OTB hosts Kevin Flynn and Chris Chamides to announce a daily OTB podcast series that will air during the World Cup games that starting this Monday, November 21, as the USMNT squad kicks off their 2022 FIFA World Cup against Wales.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 16, 2022

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Author Clemente Lisi , Kevin Flynn and Chris Chamides

World Cup Countdown. Author Clemente Lisi Interview. Qatar’s Demand. Sean Johnson vs. Matt Turner. USMNT Center-Backs. Pulisic’s Bose Commercial. USWNT Win Over Germany. Jesse Marsch’s Controversial Statement.

World Cup Anticipation is Exploding. Kevin and Chris talk to Clemente Lisi, author of “Passion of the World Cup – A History of the Planet’s Biggest Sporting Events.” The boys discuss the gravity of the World Cup when nationalistic pride is mixed with Superbowl-like competition, Qatar’s demands for the world to acclimate to their culture, the USMNT starting keepers and center-backs, Christian Pulisic’s Bose commercial, and USWNT’s win over Germany, and Jesse Marsch’s “I Don’t Care” statement. This and much more are on this week’s edition of OTB.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 10, 2022

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MLS Cup Mania! The Game, the Crowd, the Scoring, the PKs at the end, and the Media Coverage

MLS Cup Mania has carried through the last week! Kevin and Chris discuss and dissect an MLS Cup that seems to be made for TV. Arguably the best MLS game of all time due to the game, the crowd, the scoring, the media coverage, and the PKs at the end. The boys dig into the details, celebrate the moment, and discuss the power of hecklers in this episode of OTB.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 7, 2022

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Special MLS Cup Recap Edition of OTB – Featuring Mike Woitalla from Soccer America

A complete excitement-filled recap of the 2022 MLS Cup featuring LAFC and Philadelphia Union. Soccer America’s Mike Woitalla joins Kevin to discuss the incredible atmosphere and the one-of-a-kind stadium environment at Banc of California Stadium on Saturday for the MLS Cup featuring the glamorous and stylish LAFC taking on the more physical Philadelphia. The game absolutely lived up to the hype with an epic, back-and-forth 3-3 match — tied at regulation, the game goes into extra time and ends with an incredible penalty kick shootout. An unforgettable true Hollywood ending for two of the MLS’ best teams. #MLSCup2022

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

November 3, 2022

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MLS Cup, LAFC Parking Not, Who 4.0, USNMT Injuries, English Bravado, World Cup Favorites, Why Qatar?, Huge Leeds Win, Liverpool’s Decline, MLS Parity, Great Futbol Weekend

It’s MLS Cup Weekend is here, and Kevin and Chris are digging into issues of payroll, parity, parking woes, and the impact and importance of a hometown crowd. With World Cup Fever upon us, the boys share their concerns about USNMT injuries, England’s false confidence, Argentina & Portugal as favorites, and why the hell we’re playing in Qatar…in November. Kevin and Chris sneak in a little Leeds love fest, the fear of relegation, and the health and durability of Premier League players, while cheering on their friend, Mike Noonan, at Clemson and celebrating Coach Chamides’ accomplishments at LMU. And end the day with some confusion as to where the Romans are? That and more on this week’s episode of OTB.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

October 27, 2022

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USMNT Roster Deadline, Johnson & Acosta In or Out, Lack of Americans in MLS, MLS’ Terrible Game Coverage, Reyna’s Magic, USMNT Durability, Leeds Facing Relegation, Pulisic, Is Pepe USMNT’s hottest player?, Barcelona & Juventus Eliminated, MLS Playoffs, and Jim Curtin Gets Props

Kevin and Chris dig into the USMNT final roster spots, assess Sean Johnson and Kellyn Acosta, discuss MLS’ lack of American players, bitch about MLS’ shoddy game coverage, rave about Gio Reyna’s magic, worry about Pulisic’s and Adam’s lack of playtime, herald Ricardo Pepe, and ponder what has happened to Barcelona and Juventus, talk MLS playoffs, and dissect how Curtin won Coach of the Year over LAFC’s Steve Cherundolo, and much more of this week’s edition of OTB.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

October 20, 2022

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Kevin the Wedding Crasher, Gareth aka “Christian” Bale, USMNT #9 up in the air, World Cup countdown, MLS hits 10M, Apple’s MLS deal, American announcers wanted, Salah’s goal, Liverpool vs. Man City, Body Cams for Refs

Kevin lives large at a celebrity wedding in NY. Kevin runs into Gareth Bale at the bank. Has USMNT found a #9 yet? Kevin and Chris assess the US Men’s team roster leading into a Winter World Cup. MLS hits the 10M attendance mark — is it ready to take over the NHL and/or the MLB? Apple’s $2.5B deals with the MLS — does it squash local media? Can we PLEASE get some American announcers? The boys celebrate Salah’s winning goal in the Liverpool vs. Man City game. Are body cams for refs a good idea? That and much more as Kevin Flynn and Chris Chamides dig into an active week in soccer – from an American Perspective. On this week’s OTB.

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Over the Ball Soccer Podcast: Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego

October 12, 2022

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USWNT struggles, more heads roll due to Yates Report, Pulisic and Pepe find back of the net, Ronaldo’s soap opera, USMNT roster talk, USWNT Under 17 lose, OTB’s Haaland and Leeds love-fest, and the longest tenured MLS coaches on OTB

Are the wheels coming off the bus for the US Women? More heads rolls due to the Yates Report, Pulisic gets playtime and puts one at the back of the net, Ricardo Pepe finds the back of the net twice, the Ronaldo soap opera continues, are there more roster changes in USMNT’s future, a significant loss for US Women’s National Under 17, MLS longest tenured coaches, and OTB’s love affair with Haaland and Leeds continues. That and everything soccer, from an American perspective, on this week’s episode of OTB.

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Kevin Flynn & Chris Chamides